Avocadalia's Las Hope

198.The Seven Faces

The seven councilors stared at them intently before speaking: "You will suffer physical pain in addition to mental torment, of course." Without further preamble, the seven removed their robes entirely, revealing their true identities.

Each had an appearance that blended human features with jackal-like traits, dressed in dark suits made of gleaming obsidian. Their helmets were distinctive, each adorned with a central stone of a unique color that seemed to pulse with its own energy.

Starting from the left, the first was an extremely thin humanoid jackal, with a disinterested demeanor that reflected absolute boredom. His helmet was shaped like a snail, and at its center glowed a pale blue stone, almost ethereal in hue.

Next was a female jackal whose helmet took the form of a snake, with a vibrant green stone embedded in the center. Her gaze was cold and calculating, as if she were sizing up her opponents with envy.

The third was a robust jackal, exuding a gluttonous and carefree air. His